Today in Tribe History: July 11, 2002

Compiled by Jason Kaminski

The Indians fire their manager, Charlie Manuel, and name third base coach Joel Skinner as the interim skipper. After issuing an ultimatum to the front office about his status, the 58-year old is released after piloting Cleveland to a 39-47 record, 9 1/2 games behind first-place Twins in the AL Central.